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Commissioning & Controls Engineer (Aftermarket/Service)

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Commissioning & Controls Engineer (Aftermarket/Service)

Position Summary: We are seeking a Commissioning / Controls / Service Engineer responsible for supporting technical solutions related to projects and products across various field assignments. This role requires a commitment to travel up to 75% of the time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Participate in equipment installations, retooling, debugging, software updates, and runoffs, providing supervision throughout the process.
  • Design, implement, and support software and electrical hardware programming for PLC, HMI, vision systems, motion control, and robotic applications.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, controls hardware & software, focusing on industrial washers, fluid fill equipment, and automation systems during installation and on-site service.
  • Complete pre-shipment checklists to ensure quality and address potential performance risks.
  • Resolve technical issues and validate equipment performance through testing and demonstrations after installation and start-up at customer facilities.
  • Perform health assessments of equipment, accurately determine the root cause of failures, and identify permanent solutions.
  • Plan corrective actions for open issues, ensuring details on resources, hours, and dates are accurately documented.
  • Provide on-site field support (mechanical, electrical & PLC), telephone support, and technical sales support.
  • Maintain effective communication with management, project managers, and project personnel regarding technical requirements.
  • Develop and document maintenance procedures and participate in design reviews and risk assessments.
  • Identify training opportunities at customer sites and contribute to project-related training activities.
  • Travel by air or car to customer locations, sometimes on short notice.
  • Work in manufacturing settings as a machine builder or controls engineer between field assignments.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Lead and supervise all assigned contractor trades during project installation/start-up, paid service visits, or warranty services.
  • Manage field service reports and obtain customer approval/sign-off on completed services.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial automation, with preference for industrial washers.
  • Must be a self-starter, team player, and exhibit a positive attitude.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on results, creativity, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
  • Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed to meet customer commitments.
  • Experience in automation controls within the automotive industry is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in Rockwell and/or Siemens PLC and HMI platforms. Experience with Fanuc and/or ABB robots, including hands-on programming and debugging, is preferred.
  • Knowledge of industrial networks like Ethernet I/P, Profibus, Profinet, and Remote I/O.
  • Competency in design software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

Key Skills & Keywords: Commissioning, Controls Engineer, Service Engineer, PLC, HMI, Vision Systems, Motion Control, Robotic Applications, Troubleshooting, Industrial Washers, Fluid Fill Equipment, Automation Systems, Debugging, Pre-shipment Checklists, Equipment Validation, Technical Support, Field Service, Maintenance Procedures, Design Reviews, Risk Assessments, Machine Builder, Rockwell, Siemens, Fanuc, ABB Robots, Ethernet I/P, Profibus, Profinet, Remote I/O, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Automotive Industry

Company Description
Flex is a leading engineering firm dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions.

Company Description

Flex is a leading engineering firm dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions.
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